We help founders make something people want.
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Covering all the latest startup launches from Launch YC. This podcast is not affiliated with Y Combinator and is for information purposes only. Produced by PocketPod -> head over to https://pocketpod.app/ to learn more.
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A daily podcast of all the top startup news on PocketPod. Download the PocketPod app today to get a fully personalized daily news podcast, made for you each morning with all the stories you care about plus your local weather and a calendar and reminders overview. https://pocketpod.app/
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Jessica Livingston and Carolynn Levy are The Social Radars. Carolynn and Jessica have been working together to help thousands of startups at Y Combinator for almost 20 years. Come be a fly on the wall as they talk to some of the most successful founders in Silicon Valley about how they did it.
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Timeless wisdom in an accelerating world. “The highest density of wisdom per episode of any podcast.” If you like what we're doing, please hit the follow button. It's a small thing, but it helps us keep going. Thanks for listening. My newsletter: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ My books: https://fs.blog/books/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/farnamstreet LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-parrish-050a2183/
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To have a successful startup, you need: a great idea, a great market, a great team, a great product, and great execution.
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Join us as we delve into the journeys of entrepreneurs, exploring the strategies, challenges, and resources that fuel startup growth.
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A podcast that recaps some of the top posts on Hacker News every day. This is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by Wondercraft.ai. Create your own news rundown podcast at app.wondercraft.ai
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Michael Seibel and his younger brother Jason Seibel talk about life, work, and startups. Michael is a full-time partner and CEO of the YC startup accelerator program. Previously he was the cofounder and CEO of Justin.tv (Twitch) and Socialcam. Jason was a Researcher at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). He studied Computer Science at MIT and graduated in 2020.
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Join Twitch co-founder, Justin Kan (aka your favorite founder's favorite founder), on a quest to discover the human stories behind icons in tech, business, sports, music, and beyond. Let’s F**king Grow.
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Tactics, strategies, and stories of world-class founders and investors. Hosted by Justin Gordon.
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Each week, StrictlyVC Editor-in Chief Connie Loizos and Alex Gove, a former journalist, VC, and operating exec, review the top stories in StrictlyVC and interview a mover and shaker in the world of tech.
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Faith Driven Investor is a growing movement of business leaders, fund managers, investors, and pastors who are driven by their faith. We believe that God owns it all and that he cares deeply about how we steward our investments. Our vision is for a world where Christ's followers can pursue excellent investments that allow for financial returns and Gospel-centered transformation. Every investment has an impact. What's yours?
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"Founder's Story" by IBH Media is not just a show—it's an immersive journey into the lives of the world's most inspiring business figures. This series explores the personal and professional realms of visionary leaders. Each episode offers an unfiltered look at the resilience, creativity, and relentless drive that define the entrepreneurial spirit. From sharing their greatest victories to revealing their most challenging setbacks, these candid conversations provide a tapestry of invaluable in ...
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20Angel by Kieran Hill and 20VC
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Welcome to Innovation with Mark Peter Davis, a podcast dedicated to innovation, truth, and education. Through fireside chats with entrepreneurs, industry leading executives, and creative minded business folk, I'll highlight the society altering transformations that are happening all around us while providing crucial entrepreneurial advice. Pickup tips from founders who sold their company for hundreds of millions of dollars. Discover how everyday materials and goods are being reinvented by sc ...
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Join hosts Daniel Kivatinos and Harshith Vaddiparhty on the "JustPaid Podcast," where we explore the dynamic intersection of finance and technology. Dive into the latest in FinTech and artificial intelligence, with discussions on how these advancements are redefining banking, investments, and financial services. From AI chatbots enhancing customer experiences to algorithms predicting market trends, we cover the innovations shaping our financial future. Each episode features insightful interv ...
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Join blockchain developers Connor Daly and Gabriel Cardona as they explore the Avalanche ecosystem. Together, they interview the people building the future of decentralized finance while providing in-depth technical analysis approachable for all levels of crypto experience.
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A weekly podcast show about Indian startups, entrepreneurs, and more! Hosted by Neil Patel & Friends
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You’ve reached the talktank - the official podcast of the LSE Entrepreneurs Society. We delve into the minds of those who think, live, and breathe outside the box, by interviewing thought-leaders about their work, experiences and stories they've collected along the way. Through our four series called "Beyond Profit", "Artistpreneurs", "Unwrapped" and "Bits and Bytes" we explore diverse areas including social entrepreneurship, the creative arts and technology. Our aim is to expose our audienc ...
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Welcome to the Blockchain Startup Show, where we explore the minds of the most innovative and dauntless leaders in the world of Crypto and Web3. I’m your host, Harrison Wright, and I’m excited to take you on a journey through the rapidly evolving landscape of decentralized technology. Get ready to investigate the latest trends and challenges facing the industry. Each week, we discover strategies that innovative leaders are using to survive and thrive. Whether you're currently a Web3 founder ...
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The Stanford Daily Podcast is The Stanford Daily's first-ever podcast series. We feature important stories and a wide range of voices from the Stanford community.
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Are you the entrepreneur planning to take the plunge or just got started? Do you have an eye towards space shuttling into 1M, 10M or 100M orbit? Then this show is for you. We uncover untold stories of entrepreneurs in a rather hard hitting, no BS format. Learn from the raw experiences, uncomfortable truths, jaw dropping facts and figures that entrepreneurs share. This is not a show where entrepreneurs sugarcoat and sell dreams. Each show packs ton of actionable insights for YOU from the wins ...
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The Somi Arian Podcast is your gateway to the dynamic terrain of business, technology, and human potential in an AI-driven society. We bring together thought leaders, innovators, and trailblazers from a wide spectrum of disciplines, including art, music, Web3, entrepreneurship, health span, and longevity, to unveil their profound insights and personal journeys. Our mission is to ignite inspiration, impart wisdom, and arm you with the tools to not only survive but thrive in a world marked by ...
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LIFT99 launched the LIFTOFF podcast as a continuation of their mission to spread the incredible Stories of Startup Founders in Eastern Europe and by doing so, inspire others to shoot for the moon. Most LIFTOFF shows are recorded live at LIFT99 Tallinn Hub, the birthplace of #EstonianMafia Wall of Fame and home of Estonian startup culture. But not all of them! The road might take us to wherever we find inspiring founders with stories worth sharing. LIFTOFF was launched in collaboration with L ...
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Bad jokes. Good folks. Games. Every other week, Chris & Philip talk about their experiences playing different games (both board games and video games). If you enjoy hearing people talk about the fun they have playing various games instead of why X game is better than Y game, this is the show for you. Plus, they've got the latest board games news , the worst jokes, and the best guests occasionally.
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Biblical Genetics is a vlog/podcast by Dr. Robert Carter. His posts explore modern genetics through the lens of biblical history, and vice versa.
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The Essentials on State Business Taxation. A podcast series providing what you need to know to operate effectively in a particular state.
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A podcast produced by the Arts & Sciences Department at Kansas City's Rockhurst University.
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Forward Thinking Founders is a founder podcast where we interview high potential founders from networks like Y Combinator, The Thiel Fellowship, Product Hunt, Twitter, etc. and brings to light what they're building for the world. Think of it like the opposite of How I Built This, where we interview founders before they are successful, then if they are, we have a moment in time we can look back on in the early days. Does the model work? Look at our early interviews and you'll have your answer.
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Y Combinator Alum: College Campus Inspiration to Conviction | Ep 212 with Brian Le Founder of Need
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After engineering stints and an immigrant-family push toward a PhD, Brian Le accidentally fell into entrepreneurship, first by noticing Bird scooters on campus, then by solving students’ last-minute snack and supply crises with app-powered micro-convenience. A Y Combinator alum, Brian tells how COVID tested Need’s model, why blind ambition is a sup…
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Thinking about applying to Y Combinator accelerator? In this episode of Founders’ Backpack, Sophia and Daniel break down exactly what it takes to get into the world’s most prestigious startup accelerator. From the application process to the interview tips YC partners are really looking for, we cover it all — with plenty of real talk along the way. …
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#226 Garry Tan: Billion-Dollar Misfits — Inside Y Combinator’s Startup Formula
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2:23:14Most accelerators fund ideas. Y Combinator funds founders—and transforms them. With a 1% acceptance rate and alumni behind 60% of the past decade’s unicorns, YC knows what separates the founders who break through from those who burn out. It's not the flashiest résumé or the boldest pitch but something President Garry Tan says is far rarer: earnestn…
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AI can't yet one-shot an entire product—but with the rise of vibe coding, it's getting close. YC's Tom Blomfield has spent the last month building side projects with tools like Claude Code, Windsurf, and Aqua, seeing just how far you can push modern LLMs. From writing full-stack apps to debugging with a single paste of an error message, AI is becom…
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Meet the Hosts of the JustPaid.ai YouTube Channel Our YouTube channel was created by a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact on the world, led by: 🎙️ Daniel Kivatinos – Co-founder & CEO of JustPaid.ai, serial entrepreneur, and builder. Daniel previously co-founded DrChrono, a startup that transformed how medical practices operate an…
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Y Combinator has long been - and continues to be - the tip of the innovation spear. That's why I was especially excited to sit down with Garry Tan, President & CEO of Y Combinator, for a conversation that gets right to the core of what’s changing across the startup landscape. At Interplay, I've spent years working alongside entrepreneurs who are la…
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From Law School to Garbage Trucks: How Alfonso Guerreri Built a $Millions Waste Empire | Ep 213 with Alfonso Guerreri Founder of RICI
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Alfonso Guerreri, A Harvard-educated lawyer turned hands-on entrepreneur, founded RICI Contracting in 2022 and has since grown it into a full-service powerhouse. Today, RICI delivers construction, asphalt paving, snow & property maintenance, waste management, and facility services across Ontario. Alfonso shares how he parlayed legal training into s…
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In this episode of Founders' Backpack, we dive into the Dreamit Accelerator — a top-tier program designed for early-stage startups in cybersecurity, anti-fraud, and risk compliance. With investments ranging from $500K to $1.5M and a focus on enterprise traction, Dreamit stands out for its unique Customer and Investor Sprints. If you're a founder re…
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Solving Stomach Issues and Sleep: How a P&G Beauty Boss and a Gastroenterologist Built YayDay | Ep 211 with Colin Walsh & Dr. Roshini Raj Founders of YayDay
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Colin Walsh CEO & Co‑Founder of YayDay; CEO of P&G Specialty Beauty and Dr. Roshini Raj board‑certified gastroenterologist, Gut Renovation author, co‑founder of Tula & YayDay share how beauty meets biotech in a gut‑first wellness brand. They reveal why fiber + magnesium is only the start, and how gut health underpins sleep, mood, immunity—and even …
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Unbranded to Unforgettable: How Korosh Farazad Reinvents Hospitality | Ep 210 with Korosh Farazad Founder of Farazad Advisory
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Korosh Farazad traded a UK law career for two decades of pioneering structured finance in hospitality real estate. Today, his Farazad Advisory specializes in value-add hotel acquisitions—85–200 rooms, no global brands, 3–5-year hold—in gateway cities across North America and Western Europe. From SLS Dubai to a sudden Swiss relocation, Korosh reveal…
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Thinking of starting a company but don’t have a team or even an idea yet? Antler Accelerator might be exactly what you need. In this episode of Founders’ Backpack, we dive into how Antler backs founders from day zero—offering co-founder matching, mentorship, and up to $500K in funding, all within a global network of 30+ cities. We’ll walk you throu…
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2 Rejections. No Office. Global Success – The Kuty Shalev Playbook | Ep 209 with Kuty Shalev Founder of Lumenalta
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Kuty Shalev shares how a college accounting grad became a pioneer of fully remote software consulting—25 years before “work from home” was a thing. He explains why speed, adaptability, and “soft skills” (EQ as deliberate practice) trump raw IQ in today’s agile, AI-driven world. Key Discussion Points: A Serendipitous Start From PwC-sponsored coding …
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Someone at Hasbro should stop letting their CEO talk. Also, there’s a lot of crappy news out so I decided to talk about some new games announced recently. Speaking of news, we’ve also got Rowan Zeoli on from Rascal News to talk about what its like as an independent news blog in this dumpster fire of a time. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswor…
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In this episode of Founders’ Backpack, we dive into the LAUNCH Accelerator — a high-impact, 14-week program led by Jason Calacanis that helps early-stage startups raise funding fast and scale with precision. Sophia and Daniel break down everything you need to know: from the $125K investment terms to how the hybrid structure works, who should apply,…
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In this episode of Founders’ Backpack, we dive into the Alchemist Accelerator — one of the top programs in the world for enterprise-focused startups. Sophia and Daniel break down what makes Alchemist unique, from its $25K investment and $400K+ in perks to its unmatched network of mentors and enterprise customers. Whether you're building in industri…
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Episode 360: Justin Gordon interviews Nick Huber, entrepreneur, investor, and author of "The Sweaty Startup", about how he built three thriving companies and a well-known online brand. Link to buy Nick's book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4bLazjW --- This episode is brought to you by Rho. With Rho, founders get: A single pane of glass they can use to …
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The easiest way to automate work using natural language🔗 Links mentioned in this episode:• https://calendar.app.google/KTzWA6dV8GQvpm9B8• https://app.heytessa.ai/• https://youtu.be/R85MyAbijlc• https://youtu.be/vGin9ctJ9Jg• https://youtu.be/PsE-ucpefc4• https://heytessa.ai/• https://www.ycombinator.com/launches/NOw-tessa-workflows-smarter-than-no-c…
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In this episode of StrictlyVC Download, hosts Connie Loizos and Alex Gove are joined by, Ali Partovi, co-founder and CEO of Neo. They talk about Neo's evolution from a scholar program that provides grants to talented technical young people to a venture fund that recently raised $320 million in committed capital. Partovi discusses Neo's investment p…
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Looking to fund and scale your early-stage B2B SaaS startup? In this episode of Founders' Backpack, Sophia and Daniel dive into Forum Ventures Accelerator — a remote-first program offering $100K in funding, hands-on mentorship, and real customer introductions to Fortune 500 companies. We break down what founders get, who should apply, how the appli…
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From Breakouts to Breakthroughs: Waepril’s Rise to a 180K-Strong Skincare Community | Ep 208
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April (“Waepril”) shares how battling teenage acne sparked her obsession with ingredient-led skincare and launched her Instagram career. From zero views in quarantine to brand partnerships and a new website, she reveals the mindset, strategies, and resilience needed to turn personal struggle into a thriving beauty business. Key Discussion Points: O…
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Episode 195 - When Death Knocked Twice: Travis Penfield's Blueprint for Scaling During Crisis
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Can you build a thriving business while facing back-to-back life-threatening crises? Travis Penfield did exactly that, transforming his brush with death from a brain tumor and his wife's cancer battle into clarity for scaling 49 Financial to 200+ advisors. His blueprint for bridging the trillion-dollar advisor succession gap prioritizes mentorship …
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Remember how I said the adepticon news would be in a separate episode, and then it never came out? That's because a storm knocked out my internet, and the week got so busy we never got around to trying again. There's still some good stuff in the 20 mins that did record.توسط Chris Renshaw
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From Hedge Funds to $100M+ Startup Founder with Everett Cook of Rho (Just Go Grind, Episode #359)
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Episode 359: Justin Gordon interviews Everett Cook, Co-Founder & CEO of Rho, about how he built the company into a leader in business banking. Everett Cook’s dream was to start a company. Even before Rho, he’d always loved markets and finance. So much so that he interned for the Mike Bloomberg, where he got to learn from one of the best entrepreneu…
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Thinking about applying to Betaworks Accelerator (aka Camp)? This episode breaks it all down. We’re diving into one of the most unique startup accelerators in the game — Betaworks Camp. Unlike traditional programs, Betaworks takes a thematic, in-residence approach focused on frontier tech like AI and computer vision. Startups get up to $500K in fou…
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How do you determine if your idea is truly worth pursuing? In this week’s episode, we dive into a practical framework that breaks down the evaluation process into four critical components: the pain point, the market size, the defensibility of your product, and how you plan to monetize and scale. Whether you're just brainstorming or already building…
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She Hit the Ceiling—So She Built Her Own Empire: Sheelam Chadha’s Bold Move to Reshape Europe’s Real Estate | Ep. 207
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Sheelam Chadha discusses her bold journey from two decades in corporate real estate to launching her own firm, Dry Capital, symbolically founded on International Women’s Day 2025. Driven by the desire to break the glass ceiling and leverage her extensive experience in the volatile European real estate market, Sheelam shares insights into navigating…
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The Real Reason Entrepreneurs Burn Out—And How to Fix It | Ep. 206 with Aaron Marcum Founder of Breakaway365
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Aaron Marcum spent over two decades in the home care industry before founding Breakaway365, a coaching program designed to help agency owners scale their businesses while reclaiming the time, energy, and freedom they’ve lost. In this episode, Aaron shares what inspired him to launch Breakaway365, how positive psychology transformed his approach to …
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What Most Founders Get Wrong About Scaling—Railsware’s Founders Get Right | Ep. 205 with Yaroslav Lazor and Sergiy Korolov
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Yaroslav Lazor and Sergiy Korolov take us on their fascinating journey from passionate software engineers to innovative entrepreneurs at Railsware. They share how their love for building software evolved from personal passion into a thriving business, influencing multiple industries and countless lives. Railsware’s approach of treating every intern…
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In this episode of Founders’ Backpack, Sophia and Daniel dive deep into the Neo Accelerator — a game-changing program for technical founders building bold, venture-scale startups. From an all-expenses-paid bootcamp in Oregon to $600K in funding on founder-friendly terms, Neo stands out as one of the most elite and supportive environments for early-…
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Why Most Businesses Will Fail Without AI Marketing | Ep. 204 with Raza Sheikh Founder & CEO of Identable
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In this episode of Founder's Story, Raza Sheikh, Founder & CEO of Identable, explains how he distilled his own frustration with fragmented SEO, content, and social tools into Identable—“one platform, zero fragmentation.” Designed for businesses of every size, Identable combines AI-powered SEO, content creation, social scheduling, and lead capture i…
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The RealReal founder Julie Wainwright has written a memoir–and an entrepreneurial survival guide
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This week on Strictly VC Download, TechCrunch Editor in Chief, Connie Loizos, sits down with Julie Wainwright, the founder of The RealReal who faced one of tech's most public failures with Pets.com. They discuss Julie's recent memoir, Time to Get Real. They get into board dynamics, leadership challenges, and how she rebuilt her career when Silicon …
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#225 Outliers: Henry Singleton – Distant Force
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1:00:47If Warren Buffett is the king of capital allocation—Henry Singleton is the ghost. Singleton built one of the most successful conglomerates in American history, transforming business while remaining virtually unknown. While Wall Street chased fads, Singleton, who could play chess blindfolded, quietly turned industrial conglomerate Teledyne into a bu…
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In this episode of Founders' Backpack, we dive into The Mint Accelerator by BTV — a pre-seed program offering fintech founders a whopping $500K investment and a 10-week in-person experience in New York or San Francisco. Hosts Sophia and Daniel unpack what makes The Mint stand out: from its deep fintech operator DNA to its selective, hands-on approa…
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Chris Perkins isn’t at Wizards of the Coast anymore? I might not have to put decals on my minis anymore? I’m just a glass cage of emotions right now. In the meantime, we’ve got Justus and Eric from the card game Doomlings on to talk about their cute little catastrophe game. Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News This D&D adven…
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Thinking of applying to Techstars? In this episode of Founders’ Backpack, we dive into what it’s really like to join one of the world’s most well-known accelerator programs. From the moment you hit “submit” on your application to the pressure and prep leading up to Demo Day, we’re breaking it all down—naturally, with a little storytelling and first…
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Thinking about launching your startup in New York City? In this episode, we dive into Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA) — NYC’s most established accelerator for early-stage tech founders. Sophia chats with Alex, a founder and ERA alum, about what it’s really like inside the four-month program, from weekly mentor meetings and pitch practice…
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Shane Smith is a seasoned med spa entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience and the CEO of Upkeep Ventures—one of America’s fastest-growing aesthetic brands. With multiple Inc. 5000 awards and 1000%+ year-over-year growth, Shane has built a national business by making high-quality med spa services accessible to the customers most companies over…
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Jacob Jaber on Scaling Philz Coffee and Building a Beloved Brand (Just Go Grind, Episode #358)
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Episode 358: Justin Gordon interviews Jacob Jaber, Co-Founder, former CEO, and current Board Member of Philz Coffee, the company that grew from one neighborhood shop in San Francisco into a beloved national brand known for its personalized blends and people-first approach. Jacob helped scale Philz to over 70 locations across the country, raising ve…
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Imagine ordering groceries and having them show up at your doorstep in just 10 minutes. That’s the promise of Zepto, the fastest-growing e-commerce company in India. In this episode of How To Build The Future, Garry sits down with Aadit Palicha, the co-founder and CEO of Zepto, to discuss how they got started in a Whatsapp group, what it’s like goi…
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